All Regency Collection: A Timeless Romance Anthology, Book 10

by Anna Elliott, Sarah M. Eden, Carla Kelly (Goodreads Author)

Six brand new regency romance novellas by best-selling authors Anna Elliott, Sarah M. Eden, Carla Kelly, Josi S. Kilpack, Annette Lyon, and Heather B. Moore.

In THE WEDDING GIFT: A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE STORY, an enchanting novella by Anna Elliott, the story opens two weeks before Elizabeth Bennet’s wedding to Mr. Darcy. He has given her the perfect wedding gift, and now she must come up with one for him. But what do you give a man who has everything? Elizabeth soon discovers that the gift of love is more important than any one thing.

DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON, a sweet novella by Sarah M. Eden, we meet Elizabeth Gillerford who envies her sister only one thing—that she’s been intended for Julian Broadwood since they were children. The trouble is that Elizabeth is hopelessly in love with Julian too. When Julian discovers that Elizabeth has been denied a Season because her older sister is yet unwed, he undertakes his own stealthy measures to introduce her to society, only to find himself falling in love with her himself.

In THE MENDER, a captivating story by Carla Kelly, Thankful Winnings takes a sea voyage with her cousin on the Ann Alexander, in a last adventure before she settles down to marry one of her beaus. Unexpectedly they come upon the aftermath of a fierce ship battle, and Thankful is commissioned to help in the place of an injured surgeon on one of the Royal Navy ships. Adam Farnsworth, surgeon, has been at sea for years. Tired of war, but devoted to his post, it takes a resourceful lady such as Thankful to give him the hope of love and help heal his own wounds, the ones that show and the ones that don’t.

In BEGIN AGAIN, a charming novella by Josi S. Kilpack, Regina Weathers gives up on marrying for love the day that Ross Martin walks out of her life. Now, fifteen years later, Ross shows up at a ball and thinks he can woo Regina. But she is set on her lonely path and stitched-up heart, no matter the excuse Ross gives for his years of silence and neglect. When Ross insists he wrote many letters during his military years, Regina discovers a secret long-since buried by her father, and the revelation might be enough to thaw the coldness of her heart.

In Annette Lyon’s endearing story, THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE, Mrs. Ellen Stanhope escorts her three daughters to a ball. As her oldest flirts with a beau, Ellen is reminded of her courtship and early years of marriage with Anthony, before tragedy struck with the death of their infant son. The marriage has faded and dulled. Not until she sees Anthony dancing with a woman he courted years before does Ellen realize how much she misses him, still loves him, and yearns for him to yet feel the same way for her.

In the delightful novella, THE DUKE’S BROTHER, by Heather B. Moore, Mr. Gregory Clark is having an awful day, and it only gets worse when he’s ran over by … a woman. Mabel Russell reluctantly visits her sister in London for the Season, even though she’d rather stay in the country cataloging insects and aphids. When she runs into Gregory Clark, quite literally, she’s afraid to show any interest, especially since he’s a member of the dreaded ton. But getting to know Gregory becomes an unexpected delight.

Genres: Romance, Regency, Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, Historical, Clean Romance, Anthologies

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First published January 3, 2015

About the author

Anna Elliott is an author of historical fiction and fantasy. She enjoys stories about strong women, and loves exploring the multitude of ways women can find their unique strengths. She was delighted to lend a hand with the Sherlock & Lucy series, and thrilled to continue a new spin-off series featuring Becky and Flynn. Her first series, the Twilight of Avalon trilogy, is a retelling of the Trystan & Isolde legend. She wrote her second series, The Pride & Prejudice Chronicles , chiefly to satisfy her own curiosity about what might have happened to Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and all the other wonderful cast of characters after the official end of Jane Austen’s classic work.

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Reviews

[Tadiana ✩Night Owl☽ · Rating 3 out of 5]

99c Kindle sale, July 25, 2017, for this collection of six short novellas (about 50 pages each) set in the Regency era, written by Sarah Eden, Carla Kelly and four other authors. I knew going in that these were going to be light, very sweet and a little sappy, but overall this didn't seem to be quite up to the level of some of the other Timeless Romance collections that I've downloaded when they're on sale. Stock characters abound and standard tropes apply, with some exceptions. Still, for 99c I'm not complaining (much).

Sweet romance lovers will probably enjoy it, but don't expect much meat or spice here with your sugar.

[Kathy * Bookworm Nation · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wrote up a review last night and when I came back this morning it was gone! Anyway, I thought I had read this collection awhile back and realized I never did. Since I'm on a regency kick right now I thought it would be a perfect Sunday read.

The Wedding Gift by Anna Elliott
This was a charming story. If you ever wanted a peak into the engagement of Elizabeth Bennett and Mr. Darcy, then this is the story for you. This was my first book by Ms. Elliott, I enjoyed her writing style and storytelling. I look forward to trying more of her books.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah Eden
This one I do remember reading, so I must have snuck it in when the book was first released. It was just as fun the second time around. I was impressed with how complete this short story felt. I enjoyed the H/h and how their friendship grows into love. Well developed characters and a fun story.

Begin Again by Josi Kilpack
I love a lost-love story! It had been FIFTEEN years since Ross and Regina had seen each other! Their reunion was funny, not at all what Ross had been expecting. This was a cute story.

The Duke's Brother by Heather Moore
Mabel is a unique regency heroine, she loves science and insects and isn't afraid to speak her mind. Gregory is charmed by her right from the start and they end up having a quick and fun courtship. I thought this was also an enjoyable and unique story.


Overall, this was another fun Timeless collection. Would recommend to any regency fan. Clean content.

[Sophia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was eager to give this collection a try when I saw an array of authors both familiar and new to me. The elegance and romance of this period as depicted by the cover and blurbs drew me in completely.

Here are my thoughts on each story.

The Wedding Gift by Anna Elliot 4 Stars
I thought this was a sweet and fun variation story that depicts the time of engagement for Jane Austen's most famous and romantic couple, Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. It's told in a journal form of Elizabeth's adventures in finding Darcy the perfect wedding gift. And I do mean adventure. Clever take on the original story. And, I think this might be loosely connected with the author's other P&P sequel stories which I am eager to read now.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah M. Eden 4 stars
A young lady quietly crushes on the man her family expects her sister to marry even as she frets at not being allowed to be 'out' for a season until her mean-spirited sister is wed.
It was a sweet story with humor and wit. I enjoyed the Cinderella vibe to it, but adored the hero much better than any fairy tale prince when he comes to Elizabeth's rescue.

The Mender by Carla Kelly 4.5 stars
It has been ages since I experienced an Age of Sail romance by this author and this piece about a Quakeress out for an adventure and a British Navy Surgeon during the Napoleonic Wars reminded me why I devoured all her books. Heartbreaking backstory and authentic feeling scenes and tender romance during this post Battle of Trafalgar story.

Begin Again by Josi S. Kilpatrick 3.5 stars
A fifteen year absence and a stormy reunion mark a second chance for two weary lovers. I confess that I might have loved this one even with Regina's temper save her violent pushing of the hero in the opening minutes. It was otherwise, lovely and their separate heartwrenching pasts pulled at my feelings.

The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyons 4 stars
What a lovely bittersweet tale of a middle-aged couple who grew apart after the death of their baby son realizing they still loved each other and wanted to rekindle their earlier love. Misunderstanding dots the evening events leading to a resolution. I did love seeing how the story was developed and backstory included so smoothly.


The Duke's Brother by Heather B. Moore 4 stars
A young naive lady with a penchant for being a naturalist does not anticipate a London Season at her sister's, but all that changes when she encounters the duke's younger brother who has a twinkle in his eye and interest in her including her oddities. Mabel's decided opinions soon learn that like herself, Gregory maybe more than he seems.
Fun, light romance.

Mary Jane Wells was a first-time narrator for me, but this will definitely not be my last time listening to her work. She was brilliant and sparkling as she took the roles of all the diverting stories and diverse characters.

In summary, this was a lovely, genteel distraction. The variety in stories, writing styles, and the sweet, heartwarming romances hit the spot.

My thanks to Brilliance Audio for the opportunity to listen to these stories in exchange for an honest opinion.

[Heidi Robbins (Heidi Reads...) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just love reading novellas! They are the perfect quick fix for the end of a long day. I definitely enjoyed this collection; all are good stories and I loved several of them. It's always a pleasure to read from the Regency era, and even though that was a theme of all these stories, each one was very different. I found The Mender by Carla Kelly to be especially unique with it's focus on the aftermath of a battle at sea and tending to the injured. My other favorites are The Duke's Brother by Heather B. Moore and Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah Eden.

(Thank you to Ebooks For Review for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review)

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I love best about this romance anthology is that it's not just a collection of 6 romance novellas. You'll be transported back to the Regency era on both sides of the Atlantic. None of the stories are your usual "Cinderella" plot where a woman of reduced means meets a handsome but disenchanted duke... these stories will give you the scope of this fascinating era bundled with the all the customs and cultural restrictions that make this genre so captivating.

In THE WEDDING GIFT by Anna Elliott, you'll revisit the famous romance of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy... all in classic Regency language and style. I feel a little sigh coming on.

In THE DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON, Sarah M. Eden delivers a refreshing take on the younger sister who isn't allowed a Season and how the man who she's secretly in love with refuses to let her feel left out.

2-time Rita award winner Carla Kelly will make you gasp, then smile, then sigh, as she delivers a realistic portrayal of a Royal Navy battle and the unexpected romance that blooms, in THE MENDER.

In BEGIN AGAIN, Josi S. Kilpack (award-winning suspense author), debuts her first Regency story, presenting a second chance at love when Ross Martin shows up again in Regina's life. (Josi has a full-length Regency novel coming in May 2015: A HEART REVEALED.)

Annette Lyon's THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE will make you rethink the early months of your marriage and rekindle those flames of endearing love.

And... my contribution is my first attempt at writing in this era. THE DUKE'S BROTHER tells the story of two, very unlikely people, who are both willing to put their hearts ahead of traditional conventions.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was pretty excited to find out that one of the new “A Timeless Romance Anthology” clean secular romance collections coming for 2015 was going to be an all Regency Period collection. The Regency period of the Georgian Era of British history is a fascinating period to write about with the strict British caste social stratification of the Regency period where your social class position and future occupation was just a pure accident of birth, the cultural restrictions like the strict endogamy of marrying and socializing with in your own caste strata, the moral hypocrisy due to the example of the Prince Regent, the host of era sociological ills, the major historical events, and I could go on. So I like it when my regencies are smart, well researched, and truly fresh in the scope of the things the hero and heroine have to overcome.

That is why I truly enjoyed this anthology. The novellas in this anthology weren’t the common marketed Regency era Cinderella just entering the beginning of adulthood searching with strong singular focus for her wealthy titled hero to marry and live a fairy tale happily ever after of never having to lift a finger to do anything, but go to entertainments and love her hero all day. Instead most of the heroines, but not all, were *gasp* in their thirties and one on the edge of entering 40, so some were in the summer of their lives and not the spring. All were intelligent strong heroines trying to thrive in the Regency era customs, cultural restrictions, or events of the time that seemed to try to separate them from their happily ever after. None of the heroes were brooding non-communicative angry abusive misogynistic rakes to be cured of their weak character pathologies by the love of the right heroine. This was an intelligent well researched clean traditional Regency era anthology.

The Wedding Gift: A Pride and Prejudice Story by Anna Elliott:
This was a contemporary authored sequel of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice where we yay get to revisit Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy a few weeks before their wedding. This regency was fresh in that the entire novella was in diary format and was a romantic suspense. After reading this I want to now add to my TBR list the author’s Pride and Prejudice Chronicles series done in the same format.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah M. Eden:
This novella highlights the Regency era etiquette restriction of the younger sister not being allowed her Season to present herself to society before the older sister is betrothed/married. The older sister’s hubris and psychologically abusive behavior toward the heroine Elizabeth was cringe worthy and she was truly a villain. The parents were only slightly better. It made the swoon worthy HEA with the hero Julian all the more satisfying.

The Mender by Carla Kelly:
I truly was clapping my hands in applause to the author after reading this one for NOT doing one of my least favorite pet peeves. This is the pet peeve. I hate when an author has a character in one of their books (whether it be in secular or inspirational religious fiction) that is a different denomination, sect, or world religion than the author and their research/knowledge of this other faith is noticeably poor at the least bad end of the scale to the worst extreme level of the scale actually anti, denigrating, or xenophobic of that other faith. The heroine was of the Religious Society of Friends (Friends) a Christian denomination founded in England and the hero a descendant of the founder of the denomination in a part of the family no longer active. The author’s treatment of the faith that the heroine was a member of was respectful and well researched when it was mentioned. So much so she never has the faith called by the nickname given to it of the “Quakers” during the entire novella, but its correct name always. So many other things also made this Regency fresh in scope and not typical. One was the heroine was an American from Massachusetts and the British hero was not from a titled peer ton family or the gentry, but the son of a servant. The locations are also the United States of America and on real life existed in history grand ships from both sides of the Atlantic out on the seas off the Cape of Trafalgar (Spain) instead of in England. Also different in scope is that the heroine and hero meet straight after the Napoleonic Wars naval “Battle of Trafalgar” and the heroine and hero get to know each other in the battle aftermath on one of the British Naval ships. Usually we have a character returning from the Napoleonic Wars and are not in the midst of it.

Begin Again by Josi S. Kilpack:
Two young lovers Regina and Ross are prohibited in the past from marrying by both sets of parents when they were adults finally after being in love with each other for years since they were respectively 14 and 15, due to Regency tradition dictates a man can not marry till he is financially established through occupation or inheritance. Ross only has his allowance support from his parents and just finished his primary education to go on to college for law. So yes years to maybe a decade away. Not something young people want to hear. Ross takes a commission (enlistment) in the military with the purpose that after 2 years only he could establish a career and yay they can marry. Regina promises to wait. The novella starts 15 years later with Regina a spinster in her 30’s and nary a word from the hero all those years till he shows up in person to an as expected seething angry Regina. This was a second chance at love story.

The Affair At Wildemoore by Annette Lyon:
This was the story of a married couple, Anthony and Ellen, that after 21 years are still in love with each other, but have let themselves drift apart due to his business trips, her managing their household, becoming parents, not communicating after the death of their fourth child a son at birth, and not taking time to do activities/interests together they enjoyed as a newlywed couple. They have fallen into the typical Regency tradition of not calling their spouse by their first name, not dancing with their spouse more than once or twice in public (the husband does his duty as a gentleman of dancing with other women), and not monopolizing time of your spouse after done having children. When a widow who the husband courted before his wife comes to a ball they are attending expecting Anthony to have an affair with her (like other men of his class do without any destruction of reputation), the wife’s misunderstanding of him having an interest is an awakening for them both and a catalyst for the husband to win back his wife.

The Duke’s Brother by Heather B. Moore:
I loved this one! This one was different in that it asked the question that if as a woman society forbid you from doing that which was your true passion would you still do it? Mabel the heroine is an oddity in that she does the socially unladylike behavior of following her father’s footsteps of becoming a scientist/entomologist. Yes, studying insects. Loved that Gregory accepted Mabel for just the way she was despite being the son and brother of a duke.

Sensuality Content: Clean. Kisses only.

Source: Review copy in exchange for my 100% honest opinion.

[QNPoohBear · Rating 2 out of 5]

This collection of Regency -ish set short stories is mediocre at best. I had higher hopes as many of these authors have written stories I have enjoyed in the past. Most of the authors seem to lack knowledge of the finer points of Regency society, such as styles of address, fashion fabrics and etiquette. The collections starts out very weak and improves as it goes along.

The weakest story in the collection is The Wedding Gift: A Pride and Prejudice Story by Anna Elliott. The plot is preposterous. I like the evolution of Darcy's character and seeing just how intelligent Lizzie is. My favorite character is the "Groodle." I expected him to play a larger role in the story and was disappointed when he did not.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah M. Eden also disappointed. My 8-year-old niece has little interest in falling in love (she did when she was 4) and Elizabeth Gillerford is insanely stupid to hold on to that love for so long. I like her witticisms and hate the way her family treats her. I like how Julian stands up for her but it takes him too long to stand up to the Gillerfords in the first place.

The most unique story in the collection is The Mender by Carla Kelly. This one does not follow ANY of the typical plotlines, it does not take place in England, features American characters and is set in 1805, before the true Regency. I was very intrigued by Thankful and the story of the Ann Alexander. Being a New Englander, I've been to Mystic and Nantucket (but oddly not New Bedford which is closest) and am familiar with the maritime heritage and Quaker history of the area. Thankful, a Quaker lady, is eager for adventure and gets more than she bargained for accompanying her merchant seaman cousin on a voyage to Italy. They come across the aftermath of the Battle of Trafalgar and Thankful, as a mender of all things, steps in to lend a hand in cleaning up the carnage. She's very silly and brave at the same time. The story stretches credibility a lot, however, the author's note made me look up the true story and the truth is stranger than fiction. This story is barely a romance yet a true love story at the time time. I find many many things wrong with the relationship and did not want the couple to end up together. The blood and gore is too much for my squeamish stomach but the history in the story is presented very very well. A+ for research. Carla Kelly proves why she's one of the best in the business.

Begin Again by Josi S. Kilpack also left me wanting. I found Ross really creepy. Once he explains himself I understand why he comes on so strong, but I feel he should have given Regina's feelings more consideration than just ASSUMING she'd fall into his arms. I really like her and understand her feelings. Those who enjoy second chance at love stories will enjoy this one.

The best story in the collection is The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon. It is another second chance romance but this time featuring an older, married couple grown apart since their early married days, partly due to tragedy. I really really like how the couple's young love is portrayed. It's based on mutual interests and respect. I love Mr. Stanhope. He's a classic introvert and of course a man, so he hides his feelings which leads to a lot of misunderstanding. I could feel Mrs. Stanhope's heartbreak. The weakness of this story lies in the portrayal of the silly daughters and how they help their parents.

My second favorite story, for the unconventional characters, is The Duke's Brother by Heather B. Moore. Mabel is an awesome heroine because she's interested in science and doesn't care at all what people think of her. I love how devoted she is to her father's memory and how she shares his passion for natural studies. I laughed a bit at some of her conversations. However, she was stupid to leave the key to the shed under a rock where two small boys could find it and get into trouble. Why would she expect their mother to have any sympathy for her? When my nephews invaded my special space for breakables/sentimental collections, I blamed my brother for not keeping a closer eye on them. I also put other things out of the reach of little hands. I also love the unique hero. Gregory may be a Duke's brother but he is nearly as unconventional as Mabel. They are very cute together but I would like to read more about them falling in love. Yes they do quickly become friends and are perfectly suited but I want some romance.

Overall, not my favorite of the Timeless Romance anthologies, so far.

[Mara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great collection and even though these are all Regency stories they're very different from each other. There's a story about new love, found love, rekindled love and more.
THE WEDDING GIFT: A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE STORY by Anna Elliott--It's 2 weeks before Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy's wedding. What can she get him for a wedding present? I love the description of the puppy, "a greyhound-spaniel-basset-hound-poodle". If you're a fan of Jane Austen then you'll really enjoy this story.

DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON by Sarah M. Eden--Elizabeth Gillerford has been in love with Julian Broadwood since she was 8 years old, but her parents consider him intended for her older sister, Mary, although Julian hasn't done anything to encourage them to think this. The Gillerfords adhere to the idea that the younger sister cannot make her bows until the older sister is married. I loved this story and wish it had been longer. Poor Elizabeth deserved a better family--I couldn't stand any them except her brother Gregory, and loved when Julian told Mary "to search inside herself for the kindhearted girl you were when we were children." and suggested she find her again.

THE MENDER by Carla Kelly--This story is different than most in the Regency genre--it starts in the New Bedford, Massachusetts, and takes place on board a ship that's crossing the Atlantic. Thankful Winnings is being courted by 3 different men, but before she decides which one to marry she wants one last adventure and talks her cousin, the Captain of the Ann Alexander, into letting her go on the boat to Italy.

BEGIN AGAIN by Josi S. Kilpack--Regina Weathers' has decided she will never marry. The love of her life, Ross Martin, went to serve in the military and she hasn't heard from him in 15 years, so she closed her heart to ever finding love again. When she finally recognizes the strange man at Regina's niece's engagement ball saying things do not go well is a bit of an understatement. Poor Regina's heart was so hurt by Ross that she decided she'd rather not marry at all. When she finally allows herself to meet with him and hear his side of the story she learns that all may not have been as it seemed. Josi Kilpack is one of my favorite authors and this is her first Regency story.

THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE by Annette Lyon--Mrs. Ellen Stanhope has been married to her husband Anthony for 20 years, and unfortunately since the stillbirth of their son, William, twelve years earlier they've grown apart and have been living parallel lives. The occasion of escorting their 3 daughters to a ball reminds her of how things were when she and Anthony were first married. His run in with Mrs. Amelia Beauchamp at the ball has him remembering the early years of their marriage also. Can Ellen and Anthony clear things up and rekindle the love they once felt for each other? This is another story I loved. Being married for over 25 years I could relate to some of the things Ellen was feeling--things change and sometimes life gets in the way. I liked that we got to hear Ellen and Anthony's remembrances and thoughts. It certainly showed how sometimes men don't understand how they come across and how women can misinterpret what men say.

THE DUKE’S BROTHER by Heather B. Moore--Mabel Russell is a bit of a rebel. She and her sister are nothing alike. Her sister, Ethel is the proper wife of a duke, but Mabel takes after her father and prefers being outdoors collecting bugs to study rather than attending balls. Her sister, Ethel, frets that she's never going to make a match. Gregory Clark is the brother of a duke but he doesn't care to associate with the ton. He's waiting until he's old enough to receive his inheritance outright so he can purchase a farm. While visiting his brother to discuss purchasing a horse he's run over by Mabel, who's spending the season with her sister and brother-in-law (the duke).
I liked this story because it wasn't your run of the mill Regency romance--Mabel and Gregory were different than most of the women and men of their time. I found their dialogue witty and I loved how Gregory described his sister-in-law "His sister-in-law’s face could launch a thousand ships, yet her personality would cause them to crash into each other in exasperation." Lol. I laughed out loud. Heather B. Moore writes great characters even in short novellas.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say, I think this is my favorite of all the collections. If I had to pick a favorite story from this one, I don't think I could. They were really all outstanding this time and I stayed up late to finish them. (And with small children, you know how valuable sleep is, so that says a lot!)

The first one is by Anna Elliot and it's a journal time entry story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. I wasn't sure if I would like this one because I've read so many bad stories that continue Jane Austen's masterpiece, but I thought this author did a great job. I haven't read anything by her before and will definitely look for her other titles now.

Sarah Eden's contribution was so heartfelt and I loved Julian. As always, I wish her novellas were full-length novels. I just fall in love with her characters and want to read more about them, especially a girl like Elizabeth who deserved more, but is being denied because of family issues. So emotional and so good.

Carla Kelly is another favorite author of mine and her story was so heart-rending. She just has such intense emotional scenes in her books that make it impossible to put down. Thankful Winnings is a Friend and wants an adventure before she settles down to a marriage that she's not excited about. She gets her adventure and more when her ship comes across the aftermath of a battle and all the wounded that need care. Thankful is put to the test when she agrees to help treat the wounded and comes across more than she bargained for with a wounded doctor who is dealing with much more than just war-weary and wounded men. So good.

In Josi Kilpack's story, Regina Weathers is shocked when her beau, Ross, from fifteen years before suddenly shows up at her family's ball. I admit, I laughed a lot at their "reunion" scene. The dialogue between Regina and Ross was witty and fun, and I couldn't wait to see how their love story worked out. Really well done.

Annette Lyon took a different take on the regency theme and her story was about a couple who had been married for years and had grown apart. Can they find their way back to each other or is it too late? A charming story that included some fun secondary characters (the daughters and the old flame) that I wouldn't mind seeing again in another story. Quite memorable.

Heather Moore's heroine Mabel kept me laughing. She collects insects and watches snails and bowls over the duke's brother when he comes to visit. She was quite a woman! Seeing her love story unfold with Gregory was enchanting and I closed that book with a smile.

I loved them all and know this will be one of my favorites to come back to on a rainy afternoon.

Originally reviewed on http://ldswritermom.blogspot.com

[Jessie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I realized I love to read anthologies, I don't love reviewing them. For me, anthologies are delightful. I get a collection of short stories on a given theme, in this case, Regency, and I can usually finish one story before I need to get up and get back to being a productive member of society, or my family. In the case of the Timeless Romance Anthologies, I get to read stories by favorite authors, and discover new authors as well. I love that there is always a story from Sarah Eden, yet I can find new authors to love as well. After reading the summer wedding collection, I discovered Julie Wright. Sometimes a favorite author crops up for one anthology, like Janette Rallison or Diane Darcy. That being said, I drag my feet on reviews. I feel this pressure to review all of the stories, which feels like six review instead of one. I am now giving myself permission not to do that.

I really enjoyed the All Regency Collection. I would rate it my second favorite, after A Timeless Romance Anthology: Summer Wedding Collection.

In order to explain why I loved it, I'm feeling like I need to describe every novella in it, and I promised myself I wouldn't do that. Suffice it to say: I got to revisit Elizabeth Bennett and Mr, Darcy. I got to root for a younger sister, with a horrid family, who is in love with her sister's intended. I learned a bit about Puritan America. I celebrated the return of a lost love from war. I cried as a distant husband and wife rediscovered their love for one another. Last, I surprised myself as I rooted for the unconventional debutante who loves insects, which I do not, and hoped that she had finally found a man who could appreciate her, quirks and all.

The stories were sweet, quick, and left me with a dopey smile on my face. Despite the novella length of each story, the characters were well developed, and the stories didn't feel rushed. If you're a fan of the regency era, I highly recommend this anthology.

Content: clean
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.

[Aimee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think these Timeless Romance Anthologies are the best thing ever. I love to see a new one pop up every few months. I know exactly what I'm going to get- romance novellas, clean and full of happily ever after's. Most of these novellas come from authors that I know and love and once in awhile I get to meet an author new to me.

Each book that comes out has a different "theme" to them. Regency is one of my favorite genres for romance novels so I was excited to read this one. I really enjoyed every single book in this collection. They were all so good. Each had it's own flavor and style. Young love, older love, second chance at love- this collection has it all. I loved it.

Ooh, and the next collection out is called California Dreamin' which makes this California girl VERY happy!

[Lisa (Bookworm Lisa) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This anthology is made up of six novellas. Each takes place during the regency period. I found myself enjoying every story. There were a couple I would have given five stars to, but most of them four. I averaged it to a four star rating.

If you love regency and clean romance, this book would be a great book for you to read. The book has stories from Quakers to the ton.

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars - THE WEDDING GIFT: A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE STORY by Anna Elliott, the story opens two weeks before Elizabeth Bennet’s wedding to Mr. Darcy. This is a short little tale of the couple before they get married. Sweet romance with a little drama thrown in a cute and clean read.

5 Stars - DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON by Sarah M. Eden - Loved Elizabeth Gillerford and Julian Broadwood were great characters. Elizabeth's parents and sister Mary could give the devil a run for his money. But, as all good stories it ended making me smile and happy I read it.

2 Stars - THE MENDER by Carla Kelly - This was mainly about Thankful's journey aboard her cousin's ship. There was just brief dialogue between her and Adam and I was supposed to buy that they were in love...nope. Didn't feel the chemistry at all. Too quick, too much war talk and sadness for me.

5 Stars - BEGIN AGAIN by Josi S. Kilpack - Regina Weathers a spinster gives up on love when her childhood sweetheart disappears never to be heard from again, but then shows up 15 years later. Great story about lost love.

2 Stars - Annette Lyon- THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE - I'm not a huge fan of rekindling love stories, so this one was just ok for me.

4.5 Stars - THE DUKE’S BROTHER - by Heather B. Moore - Super fun & cute book. Tied with DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON by Sarah M. Eden for the best of the novellas.

[Mindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another perfect offering for the Timeless Romance Anthologies. Each story was unique and very enjoyable. I loved the romance, the language, the settings, and especially the characters in each novella, immensely. I am finding more often that novellas are here to stay, especially with this series. I am a huge TRA fan! I loved knowing I will read a quick, enjoyable book from authors whose books I love. I hadn't read anything from Ms. Elliot before and I am excited to read more from her. It was hard to pick a favorite in this series. Each story had just the right amount of all things wonderful. What I like most is the promise of a happy ending and the journey to it.

I received a review copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Lucinda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the perfect novella collection for Regency romance lovers.

My favorite stories were "Dream of a Glorious Season", "Begin Again", "The Affair at Wildermoore" and "The Duke's Brother". These stories were delightful, with engaging characters, and swoony relationships.

They read very fast and you can't go wrong.

[Lisa Swinton · Rating 4 out of 5]

These ladies can do no wrong. It doesn’t matter which assortment writes the current anthology, or which time period they pick, the reads are delightful, sweet, and keep the pages turning. These are perfect for the busy life as reading each mini story fits easily into stolen moments of reading. And you’ll find yourself stealing moments more often with each tale.

[herdys · Rating 4 out of 5]

3,5 stars! Skipped the first story since I dont do Pride and Prejudice retellings even in the form of short stories lol. The rest were quite nice and once again I loved reading Sarah M Eden even if it's just a sweet shot story. Friends to lovers always gets to me! ;P

[Alisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these anthologies - I love being able to read a short story that still has well-developed characters!

The Wedding Gift by Anna Elliott is a continuation of Pride & Prejudice. It takes place 2 weeks before Darcy's and Elizabeth's wedding. It was written in "diary" format which I wasn't crazy about, but that is just a personal preference.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah Eden was great! Elizabeth Gillerford has been in love with Julian Broadwood since she was 8 and he was 11. Her parents went let her have a Season until her older sister marries. Her older sister is determined to marry Julian, who wants nothing to do with her. As Julian helps Elizabeth get out more, he discovers that he doesn't like the way his best friend is acting around Elizabeth, and he may even be jealous!

The Mender by Carla Kelly was a harder story for me to get into. Thankful Winnings is a Quaker who goes on an adventure with her cousin, Captain Loum Snow. She mends watches, clothes, and lacerations. She gets a little more adventure than she bargained for when she finds herself helping the Surgeon Adam Farnsworth with the aftermath of a battle. As she gets to know Adam, she starts to lose her heart to him.

Begin Again by Josi Kilpack was a story of second-chance love. Regina Weathers is a 32-year-old spinster. 15 years ago the love of her life, Ross Martin, left her to go to war and she has not heard from him until he suddenly shows up. He will need to convince her that it is worth it to risk her heart for love again.

The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon was a sweet story about a husband (Anthony Stanhope) and wife (Ellen) who were deeply in love and have drifted apart throughout the years. He got busy with business trips and she got busy managing the household and they both got busy raising their three daughters. Now his old girlfriend is widowed and wants to pursue a liaison with him. It is an awakening for both of them for different reasons... Anthony gets some coaching from their daughters to help him win back his wife again.

The Duke's Brother by Heather Moore was my favorite story. Mabel Russell goes to London to be with her well-meaning sister Ethel (who thinks she can change Mabel and help her get a husband) and Ethel's husband, Richard (who is the Duke). There she meets Richard's brother, Gregory Clark. Mabel collects bugs and loves the outdoors, and is really not interested in meeting any members of the ton. Gregory must convince her that he is not like other members of the ton, and he must do it before Mr. Weathers convinces her to court him. I love how Gregory never tried to change Mabel, and loved her just the way she was.

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[Cheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've come to expect a certain level of awesomeness from these timeless romance anthologies, and they have yet to disappoint. Though some stories speak to me more as a reader than others do, I have to say I enjoyed (although the reading was at time difficult due to the proper period dialogue) Carla Kelly's The Mender. Her Thankful had such depth and caring, and I loved the unexpected twist at the end that gave her the happy ending she needed. But I have to say, in this particular collection, the story that stands above the rest (at least for me) is The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon. Annette did such an incredible job of portraying two married people who had let life and circumstances come between them, yet all they wanted was to rekindle that youthful love they'd once shared. The result melted my heart. Sarah Eden's Dream of a Glorious Season had me wishing it was a full length novel. I appreciated the older sister's hint of growth at the end very much. The Duke's Brother, by Heather Moore, will stick with me. Each of the stories had its own charm and I will likely read this anthology again and again when the mood strikes.

[Brooke -Brooke's Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great collection. I think it may be my favorite so far. This one and Love Letter Collection are my favorites. See full review.

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[Tressa (Wishful Endings)]

Thoroughly enjoyed this! Review to come.

[M R · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this collection immensely. I love Regency Romance and was so excited to have a whole anthology devoted to them. Each story is written by a talented author, and carries its own strength while adding to the whole. I highly recommend for fans of the Romance Anthologies, especially of historical romances.

· The Wedding Gift by Anna Elliot

This is less a Pride and Prejudice retelling, but rather a continuation of the story. Written as an epistolary story, the events unfold through the journal of Elizabeth Bennet. I found it interesting to see the author’s take on what could have happened leading up to Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy’s wedding. Most of it centers on her quest to find and deliver the perfect wedding gift for Darcy.
I have found some Jane Austen retellings very amusing, and others a bit odd. This one was actually quite well written. I enjoyed Elizabeth’s witty voice in her journal entries. The light and humorous air she approached even difficult circumstances with remained close to the original Miss Bennet’s character.
The intrigue surrounding her abduction was interesting, if a bit of a stretch. It was interesting to speculate on what those behind her kidnapping could do. Overall, a good twist to the Pride and Prejudice adventures.
I was a bit disappointed in the portrayal of Mr. Darcy. I felt his attitudes and behaviors are a bit lax and over-sentimental at times. Not quite how I pictured him, or how he came across in the original work, but it did help to add some depth to his character.
Overall, I really enjoyed this twist on one of the most retold Jane Austen novels.

· Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah M. Eden

Miss Elizabeth Gillerford is the younger daughter of a rather stodgy, and old-fashioned family. Her parents insist, despite her age, that she may not have a season until her catty older sister is married. There is only one problem to this arrangement, her sister is set on marrying their childhood friend, Julian Broadwood. The only boy Elizabeth has ever loved.
I, as always, loved Eden’s spunky heroine. Though her family considers her a homely, blue-stocking, she doesn't let their sharp tongues affect her cheerful attitude. Julian’s cluelessness was endearing, and a bit exasperating. His clever, but polite manipulations of Elizabeth’s elder sister and parents in order to help his friend was ingenious and worthy of applaud. It was an amusing tale with the moments of heart-tugging emotion that Eden has mastered.
I did think Julian was a bit dense not to have caught on sooner about what was going on with Elizabeth, and I’m not sure if it fit the heroine’s personality to stay inside and listen to her family’s dictates. However, I found them both delightful for the most part. I with the story had been longer so I could have gotten to know them better.

· The Mender by Carla Kelly

Thankful Winnings wants to experience a little adventure before settling down to the quiet, predictable life planned out for her as a Quaker woman. So, mending kits packed, she joins her cousin on his ship bound for Italy. She gets a bit more adventure than she bargained for in this short, but exhilarating tale of war and love.
I thought the historical accuracy Kelly’s work was amazing! I haven’t read any of her other novels, but I plan on rectifying this soon. It was interesting to follow a Friend, and learn more about this interesting people and see the devastation caused by the Napoleonic War. The devastating loss and pain caused by warfare was not sugarcoated, nor was it overly glorified. I appreciated the matter-of-fact, yet heartfelt approach this story took to the events that unfolded.
Thankful’s character was an intriguing mix of contradictions. She was a Friend, but craved excitement. She knew the common arts of sewing, but also could mend other things with skills she picked up on her own. Her romance is both sweet, and a bit sensual. She is kind, but with steel in her soul. I enjoyed coming to know her better.
The one thing I didn't like was the jarring all dialogue of the opening section and the epilogue. Though, it was a bit odd, I must say the author handled it masterfully. It wasn't confusing on who was speaking, but just strange to have an entire conversation with no action or physical references to ground me in setting.

· Begin Again by Josi S. Kilpack

When Regina Weathers is confronted by the lost love of her youth, sparks fly. Not the good kind. Now, she must decide if she can forgive Ross—the boy who abandoned her fifteen years ago—and love the man he’s become. But some wounds prove too much to reopen, even with the fortitude she has gained from all experiences.
I enjoyed Kilpack’s Culinary Mystery series, and was excited to see her branch out into Regency. Her romance spoke to the heart of regrets over lost opportunities, past mistakes, and hope. I found the story line interesting. It was reminiscent of Jane Austen’s Persuasion, but with delightful twists. Miss Weather’s character was also a breath of fresh air in the genre. She was not young, and had made many mistakes over her life, but had overcome them to find a good life. When that life is threatened, she fights against anything that will destroy it, even if it may cost her future happiness.
I look forward to reading more like this from Kilpack in the future.

· The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon

The Affair at Wildemoore was by far my favorite from this collection. It was so different from the others. Anthony Stanhope and Ellen Stanhope have been married for many years. They have three, nearly grown, daughters, and a comfortable life. But the passion, romance, and closeness of their early courtship has long died. A shared tragedy of their past caused them to drift apart, but when an old flame returns, they must question whether they will choose to remain distant, or attempt to bridge the chasm between them.
This tale of love that has lost its youthful bloom was so beautiful! I loved how they had both grown to be strong, good people as individuals that only deepened their affection for each other. The loss they both had suffered made their shared history so much deeper and meaningful for what they had faced. It was also nice to see that even though the couple had allowed life to cause them to become strangers, they weren't entirely lost to each other. Lyon’s excellent writing craft brought the characters, history, and emotion alive. I wished it had been longer!

· The Duke’s Brother by Heather B. Moore

Mable Russell wants to be left in piece to study her of insects, especially the fascinating lives of snails. But her childhood home has been invaded by near strangers, noisy boys, and a pushy, but well-meaning sister demands her company in the Society Mabel abhors. In The Duke’s Brother, Moore thrusts our independent, scientist woman into a world she can’t possibly belong to. It is there she meets the handsome Gregory Clark, younger brother to her sister’s husband. He’s intriguing and doesn't seem to mind her “wild” ways. But she knows a member of the ton can’t ever truly understand her. She’s long ago sworn of the foolish follies of love. The duke’s younger brother has plans of his own though, and he’s just realized they couldn't possibly be complete without the unconquerable spirit Miss Russell possesses.
The duo in here are well matched. Both wish to live differently than the life their loved ones, and society demands. I wished there had been a little bit more conflict and banter between them, since that was one of the best parts. I found them both to be interesting though with their individual pursuits. The romance was a bit rushed, but I did care whether or not it worked out. Overall, a cute little story filled with interesting facts about the insects and reptiles that surround us.

[Tiffany (Bluestocking) · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Wedding Gift: A Pride and Prejudice Story by Anna Elliott - 4 stars....I have always loved Pride and Prejudice so reading this novella was very enjoyable. I liked seeing Lizzy, Darcy and the hint of romance between Georgiana and Edwards. Lovely story with good humor and just a sliver of suspense.

Dream of a Glorious Season by Sarah M. Eden - 🤩 5 glorious stars 🤩 This is the reason why I love Mrs. Eden. Her stories are so captivating and entertaining. I wish it didn’t have to end. I loved Elizabeth and Julian together. I also enjoyed his fits of jealousy. Elizabeth’s family was downright horrible, especially Mary, however the ending was lovely and I enjoyed every moment of this novella 👏🏽👏🏽

Favorite Quote:
“Intelligent men dream of more noble deaths than being nagged into an early grave.”


The Mender by Carla Kelly - 4 stars….I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. The only annoying thing about this novella was the exorbitant amount of times “Thee” was used. 🤦🏽‍♀️ Suffice it to say, I got used to it and I still found the story interesting and the romance adorable. I really liked Thankful and Adam, they were just too cute.

Begin Again by Josi S. Kilpack - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5 stars....What a story! This one tugged at my emotions and left me in tears 😭 It was so heartbreaking to see all that Ross and Regina had endured but it was so worth it seeing them reconcile after so many years. They had amazing chemistry and I loved how hard Ross worked to win her back. I was completely satisfied with the ending, I only wish there was an epilogue.

The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon - ✨4 stars....I loved that this story was about a married couple who, after having their own family and slowly drifting apart, were able to rekindle their love. Anthony and Ellen’s family was a beautiful one and I enjoyed seeing them repair their relationship.❤️

Favorite Quote:
He’d forgotten to tend the garden of their love, and when he’d finally come back to it, the weeds had overtaken the glory that had once been there: Ellen’s love had withered.


The Duke’s Brother by Heather B. Moore - 4 stars….Another lovely story. Very enjoyable and entertaining. I found myself smiling quite a lot while reading this collection. I thoroughly enjoyed it. 👏🏽👏🏽

Favorite Quote:
“A man should look at a woman with the respect she deserves, especially one as beautiful as you.”

[Trish R. · Rating 4 out of 5]

3 1/2 stars overall, actually..

Let me begin with an apology because I couldn’t read the first story, THE WEDDING GIFT by ANNA ELLIOT, because I just cannot read an historical novel, novella, short story, even a sentence, written in the first person. Sorry.

This rating will be for the other 5 novellas.

DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON BY SARAH M. EDEN
Really cute story about Elizabeth, who had loved Julian since she was 8 years old, and her vicious, selfish, witch of a sister, Mary, who the family thought would grow up and marry Julian. Mary was someone you loved to hate, as well as her mother and father. Needless to say, Elizabeth and Julian got their HEA. 3 stars

THE MENDER BY CARLA KELLY

This was cute but a little too religious for me. I’m not one for Quakers and their “thee” and “thy.” And the heroine’s name was Thankful. Really? Thankful and Adam fell in love in about 2 days’ time and had her cousin, Loum, marry them since he was a ship’s captain. Like I said, it was cute but the only reason I read it all was because it was so few pages. And I can’t see myself reading anything else by this author. 2 stars.

BEGIN AGAIN BY JOSI S. KILPACK
Another cute story about Regina and Ross who were apart for 15 years because of Regina’s father. When Ross went away to war Reggie’s father kept all the letters Ross sent and Reggie thought he’d never written. What a crappy father. Anyway, they found out the truth and finally got their HEA. 3 stars.

THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE BY ANNETTE LYON

This was the best one so far. Ellen and Anthony were an older couple that had lost their closeness somewhere along the way and they both missed it, each afraid to say something to the other for fear of being rebuffed. If it hadn’t been for Amelia it might have gone on. But, Ellen didn’t know that Anthony couldn’t stand Amelia, a woman he’d been seeing some 20 years ago but ran off with another man. For Anthony it was a relief but Ellen thought Anthony still loved the other woman when she showed up in town after all those years. Communication solved everything. 4 stars.

THE DUKE’S BROTHER BY HEATHER B. MOORE

Ugh! Mabel? Really? What a god-awful name for a heroine. That’s even worse than “Thankful” in the first story of this anthology. When I think of a Mabel I think of an old, old woman.

Anyway, this was definitely my favorite story of all of them. I guess it was because it was very different with Mabel’s love of her insects and Gregory’s falling for her and not being bothered by it all. 4 stars.

There was no sex, no swearing, no nothing except short little love stories.

As to the narrator: Mary Jane Wells is the reason I bought this set in the first place. She is always a delight to listen to.

[Donna Weaver · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm in love with this varied collection of stories, from the Quaker girl to the Bluestocking "lizard girl" to the middle-aged couple finding their love again. I listened to the audiobook, and the narrator did a fabulous job!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this Regency novella collection in the Timeless Romance Anthology series! I was pleasantly surprised to find that I enjoyed each one of these 6 short novellas.

In the first book, THE WEDDING GIFT: A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE STORY by Anna Elliott, the story opens two weeks before Elizabeth Bennet’s wedding to Mr. Darcy. Elizabeth is searching for the perfect wedding gift. When she obtains the gift she can't say no to, it leads to unexpected danger and the realization that the gift of love is more important than any one thing. Anna Elliott did a great job with this short follow-up to Pride and Prejudice. I'm going to have to look into her other P&P books!

In DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON, a sweet novella by Sarah M. Eden, we meet Elizabeth Gillerford. Elizabeth is hopelessly in love with the man who has been destined for her older sister from birth by their respective families. But Julian is too good of a man for her mean-spirited sister and he's smart enough not to fall into her trap. When Julian discovers that Elizabeth has been denied a Season because her older sister is yet unwed, he undertakes his own stealthy measures to introduce Elizabeth to society, only to find himself falling in love with her himself. This was an enjoyable sweet short story with a perfectly sweet happy ending! :)

In the third book, THE MENDER by Carla Kelly, Thankful Winnings takes a sea voyage with her cousin in a last adventure before she settles down to marry one of her beaus. Unexpectedly they come upon the aftermath of a fierce ship battle, and Thankful is commissioned to help in the place of an injured surgeon on one of the Royal Navy ships. Adam Farnsworth, surgeon, has been at sea for years. Tired of war, but devoted to his post, it takes a resourceful lady such as Thankful to give him the hope of love and help heal his own wounds, the ones that show and the ones that don’t. I really, really liked this unexpectedly tender love story!

In BEGIN AGAIN, a novella by Josi S. Kilpack, Regina Weathers has given up on marrying for love. When the man she loved walks back into her life after fifteen years, Regina is too steaming mad to give him a chance to explain.
But Ross is determined to woo back the woman he has loved all these years. When Regina discovers a secret long since buried by her father, will the revelation be enough to thaw the coldness of her heart? Whew! This book started with a bang and I wasn't too sure I was going to like it but it redeemed itself and of course has the sweet ending that you want. :D

In Annette Lyon’s endearing story, THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE, Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Ellen Stanhope are reminded of their courtship and early years of marriage as they watch their oldest daughter flirt with a beau. The tragic death of their infant son had set them on separate courses in life and they have drifted apart. Will the reappearance of an old flame end in disaster or will the memories of their love bring reconciliation? I loved the tender emotions in this story! It's a sweet, endearing story you won't want to miss.

In the sixth and final novella, THE DUKE’S BROTHER by Heather B. Moore, Mr. Gregory Clark is having an awful day, and it only gets worse when he’s ran over by … a woman. Mabel Russell reluctantly visits her sister in London for the Season, even though she’d rather stay in the country cataloging insects and aphids. When she runs into Gregory Clark, quite literally, she’s afraid to show any interest, especially since he’s a member of the dreaded ton. But getting to know Gregory becomes an unexpected delight. This was a quirky, fun story about a heroine that is different and the man who is a perfect fit for her! A delightful way to finish the book. :)

*Thanks to eBooksForReview for providing me with a free e-book copy in exchange for my honest opinion & review.*

[Rob Savage · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another winner in the Timeless Romance series. This is a clean and enjoyable read. Each author does a great job of telling the various stories. Each is sweet and fun.

Anna Elliot, in her THE WEDDING GIFT: A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE STORY does a fine job of telling a fun and mysterious story about our favorite Jane Austen characters. The story is told in first person by Elizabeth Bennett. First person is not my favorite writing style, but after a few pages I was interested enough in the story to keep reading. It's fun knowing what Elizabeth's thoughts are, and perhaps this story is meant to see thing from a young lady’s point of view, but the story is a little far fetched as to how Mr. Darcy ends up rescuing Elizabeth. However, that's why it is fiction :) I liked the story and the lesson that emerges of the gift of love.

DREAM OF A GLORIOUS SEASON, by Sarah M. Eden is another winner from Sarah. She writes in the style of Georgette Heyer with lots of fun and mishaps along the way to true love. I enjoyed this story of unrecognized love and how our hero, Julian thinks he's just a friend and wants to help Elizabeth. The characters are real and have depth, especially for a novella. You will love the fun and feel for Elizabeth as she navigates the road to love.

Carla Kelly’s story, THE MENDER, was another one that was out of the normal and I wondered about reading it. But, as I started reading it, I really got involved and was really curious how Thankful was going to find her love and adventure. This story drew me in quickly and had me wondering how Thankful and Adam were going to resolve their problems. The character were well developed and I enjoyed growing, laughing and crying with them.

In BEGIN AGAIN, by Josie S. Kilpack, I was drawn quickly in and felt like it was experiencing the frustrations and misgivings of the hero and heroine. Their misunderstandings were both funny and frustrating. It was interesting following them through their discoveries about each other and watching them forgive and let go of preconceived ideas about what and why the other did something. I felt like these characters were real and they experienced real life.

THE AFFAIR AT WILDEMOORE by Annette Lyon was another surprising story. It was not what I was expecting. I loved how it turned out. I enjoyed the character development and growth of both Ellen and Anthony. I laughed at the way each perceived the same event and the misunderstandings that resulted. I loved the lesson about nurturing a marriage and listening to each other and communicating. I really liked how their daughters got in on the plan and helped their mother be romantic. It was fun and enjoyable.

THE DUKE’S BROTHER by Heather Moore was sweet and fun. Even though Mabel is a bit different, I loved how Gregory saw what a sweet woman she was. I enjoyed their mishaps and misunderstandings. They were a fun couple. I liked that Mabel could be herself and still find true love with the right man.

You will love reading these stories. These authors don't Disappoint.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

[Andrea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read most (if not all) of The Timeless Romance Anthology collections, and this latest collection, All Regency, is probably my favorite. I'm a big fan of clean Regency, and this is a fun collection. I liked the variety of stories each author contributed, and the novellas were quick reads.

The Wedding Gift: A Pride and Prejudice Story by Anna Elliott took me a little bit to get into because Elizabeth Bennet's character didn't really mesh with what I had in my head for her. But, after awhile her strong personality seemed to come out more, and her adventure was entertaining.

Dream of a Glorious Season is a winner by Sarah M. Eden. I really enjoy her writing, and this was a sweet story. Julian is somewhat blind initially, but I enjoyed reading about him coming to understand his true feelings. Elizabeth was a great character, made more endearing by having to put up with her awful family.

The Mender was a good story. The Quaker way of talking was somewhat distracting, but it grew on me and/or toned down as the story went on. Thankful's adventure held my attention. Carla Kelly's writing rides the boundaries of clean for me, and there is usage of the Lord's name in vain a few times.

Begin Again is the first Regency I've read by Josi S. Kilpack, and it makes me very excited to read her new Regency novel (A Heart Revealed) that is coming out in April. This was a very enjoyable story. The resolution came somewhat quickly, and I wanted more at the end (because I came to really like the characters in the brief time I knew them and wanted more of their story).

The Affair at Wildemoore by Annette Lyon isn't your typical young love romance. It focused on a couple who had been married for quite awhile, but has let their love fade. It was nice to have a different season of life for the main characters, and it was touching that they both secretly wanted to re-kindle their romance.

The Duke's Brother by Heather Moore had a very sweet ending. I really liked the quirky main character-her interest in insects was definitely unusual for the time, but it endeared her to me. Other than one swear word it was a great story.

[Nari · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this collection of stories! I haved read all the Timeless Romance Anthologies and this is one of my favorite. I am a big fun of regency novels. Usually in these collections I have a few I really like and the rest are okay. I loved everyone of the short stories. The first story has the characters Elizabeth Bennett and Mr. Darcy. It is 2 weeks before their wedding. It is a fun story and shows how much Elizabeth and Darcy love each other. The second story is about a younger sister who can not have a Season until her older sister gets married. The older sister is a bit of a shrew and nobody wants her. Elizabeth , the younger sister, secretly loves her childhood friend Julian Broadwood. Will Elizabeth be able to find her true love with the restraints her family puts on her? The third story is about a Quaker girl who wants to have an adventure before she settles down and marries and has children. Carla Kelly does such a good job at writing characters you want to get to know and like. She was able to do that with this story even though it was a novella. The fourth story is about a couple that fall in love at a young age and are separated for 15 yrs. This story demonstrates how love can stand the test of time. The fifth story shows how a couple many years after getting married have drifted apart and how they regret it and work to find the love that has taken a back seat. The last story is a fun story about a young woman who does not want to follow the rules of the ton. Mable loves insects and learning and wants to stay in the country and do her thing. She needs to find a husband because her father has passed away and his cousin has inherited the estate. Gregory Clark is also sick of the tons silly rules and just wants to buy a farm in the country and live life simply. Will the 2 be able to get over silly misunderstandings and get together?

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars...I so enjoyed this regency anthology!

The Wedding Gift (4 stars): loved getting a peek into Darcy and Elizabeth's engagement. With a few softer moments for Darcy, this was a fun little adventure.

Dream of a Glorious Season (5 stars): LOVED this one! So sweet...but her sister was a horrid person!! Loved Julian and watching their story unfold. Wish this could have been a full length novel!

The Mender (5 stars): all the "thee's" and "thy's" were hard to get used to...but aside from that, this was an enjoyable romance on the high seas...although wartime romances aren't my favorite. I was happy with how this one ended--and bonus points for an epilogue years in the future!

Begin Again (4 stars): I have to say that it makes me laugh that 32 was considered a spinster in those days. Must just be because it's not quite as abnormal for people to get married older these days. This one was sweet but so sad that they missed out on so many years together. I really wish there had been a short epilogue. Ended too abruptly.

The Affair at Wildemoore (5 stars): I also loved this one! Sweet and also sad at the same time...sad because they had allowed heartache to slowly drift them apart. This book was a great reminder to not let your love grow dry, no matter what. Sweet story, sweet reconciliation.

The Duke's Brother (5 stars): This one was my favorite! While they fell for each other quickly, they didn't lose the spark or spunk that insta-love stories normally do. This is the first I've read by this author but I will definitely be checking out her other work.

**I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The thoughts and opinions above are my own.**